Weekend Storm Batters Edmonton: Roads Reopen, Some Facilities Still Closed

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Edmonton | July 13, 2026

The City of Edmonton is continuing recovery efforts after a powerful weekend storm brought heavy rain, strong winds, localized flooding, fallen trees, damaged traffic signals, and temporary road closures across the city.

City crews and EPCOR worked around the clock throughout the weekend to clear debris, restore services, and repair damaged infrastructure. While most major disruptions have now been resolved, cleanup operations remain ongoing in several areas.

Acting City Manager Craig Walbaum thanked emergency crews and city staff for their tireless efforts, emphasizing that public safety remains the City’s highest priority.

Major Road Updates

Several major roads have now reopened, including:

  • Whitemud Drive near 170 Street and 178 Street
  • Whitemud Drive at the 122 Street off-ramp
  • Yellowhead Trail at 82 Street (CN overpass)
  • Yellowhead Trail west of 121 Street
  • 111 Avenue near 158 Street
  • 118 Avenue near 149 Street

However, some weather-related closures and restrictions remain:

  • 130 Avenue & 107 Street: Road and sidewalk remain closed.
  • 178 Street off-ramp to Whitemud Drive: Reduced to one lane.
  • Stony Plain Road near 154 Street: Sidewalk closed due to Valley Line West LRT work.
  • Permanent repairs continue at 83 Avenue & 104 Street, where a traffic signal pole was knocked down.

Recreation Facilities

Several public facilities have reopened:

  • Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre (aquatic centre remains closed for scheduled maintenance)
  • Central Lions Recreation Centre
  • St. Francis Xavier Sports Centre
  • Heritage Amphitheatre
  • The Orange Hub
  • Citadel Theatre
  • City golf courses

Facilities still closed or partially closed include:

  • Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre
  • Grand Trunk Fitness and Leisure Centre main pool
  • TELUS World of Science

Emergency Response

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services experienced a record-high number of emergency calls during and after the storm.

City crews have also:

  • Repaired damaged LRT crossing arms.
  • Continued removing fallen trees and branches from roads, trails, and pathways.
  • Asked residents to report storm damage through 311.

River Valley and Public Safety

Some River Valley trails remain closed due to earlier weather events.

Officials continue to warn residents to:

  • Stay away from fast-moving water.
  • Keep pets on leashes near rivers and stormwater ponds.
  • Avoid closed boat launches along the North Saskatchewan River.

Extended Eco Station Hours

To help residents dispose of storm debris, the City is extending operating hours from July 14 to July 28.

Eco Stations

  • Open daily: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Edmonton Waste Management Centre

  • Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • Weekends: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Residents can also drop off storm-related tree branches at designated Community Recycling Depots during the same period.

Gravel Roads

City officials say saturated gravel roads remain vulnerable to damage. Road grading will begin only after roads have dried sufficiently to prevent further deterioration.

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